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Pappabear
09-17-16, 18:55
I mean in like normal states like AZ, KY and Texas type states?

Im like 800 years old, so I wouldn't know.

PB
wigbones
09-17-16, 18:58
I think 18 is the general consensus.
termite
09-17-16, 19:00
Pretty sure 21 as for I think for most states you need a permit to purchase for the lower. Although you can own one younger than that as it can be gifted. (this was off the top of my head so I would double check to be 100% sure)
wigbones
09-17-16, 19:08
I thought 18 for rifles and shotguns, and 21 for handguns. Could be wrong though.
HighDesert
09-17-16, 19:10
Why don't you check online the specific laws for your specific state.
jhr1986
09-17-16, 19:16
federal law is 18 for long guns, 21 for handguns

some states may require a person to be older for long guns, but Texas is not one of them

edit: the above refers to purchase from an ffl holder
Zirk208
09-17-16, 19:31
Pretty sure 21 as for I think for most states you need a permit to purchase for the lower. Although you can own one younger than that as it can be gifted. (this was off the top of my head so I would double check to be 100% sure)

Whole lotta' NOPE in free states. At age 18 you want it, you buy it. We don't need no stinkin' permits.
JC5188
09-17-16, 19:45
Pretty sure 21 as for I think for most states you need a permit to purchase for the lower. Although you can own one younger than that as it can be gifted. (this was off the top of my head so I would double check to be 100% sure)

You don't need a "permit" to buy anything non-nfa in my state.

I believe it's 18 for long guns.


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Firefly
09-17-16, 19:47
Universally 18 except in some Communist states. I think it is kind of dumb though.

An 18 y/o can buy a Barrett or an AR 308 no problem but not a .22 pistol.

I was 19 and had a STG 58 and a cheapo Mossberg but waited until 21 to get a used Gen 2 Glock 17.

You can buy cigarettes at 18 but no beer until 21.

Kinda stupid overall. Either at age of majority you are a full citizen with full rights or you aren't.
tb-av
09-17-16, 20:13
I mean in like normal states like AZ, KY and Texas type states?

Im like 800 years old, so I wouldn't know.

PB

I don't think there is a Federal age law for personal transfer. So you mention multiple States. So assume Federal. Private transfer. I don't think there is a law of age.

FFL transfer may be a different story. SteyrAUG probably knows .. or BigWaylon... they seem to have read all the important pages.
FlyingV
09-17-16, 20:45
I'm not too familiar with other state laws regarding purchases, but generally you have to be 18 to buy an long gun and 21 to buy a handgun. No one out here in Nevada will sell you a stripped or complete lower receiver unless you are 21. From my understanding, a lower can be build into a pistol so no FFL will sell anyone a lower under 21.
TomMcC
09-17-16, 20:53
I know this might be shocking to some, but 18 yrs is the rifle buyin' age for commie Calif.
Iraqgunz
09-18-16, 01:03
General rule of thumb- Read your own states' laws.

General guideline.

1. Handguns from an FFL- 21 years old.

2. Long guns from an FFL- 18 years old.

3. Handguns/Long guns from a private party (where allowed)- 18 years old.

4. Stripped lower- 21 years old since it can be built into a rifle/pistol.